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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in digital education technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Greenland to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these open education initiatives. People want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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